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Roche · 11 hours ago

2026 Summer Intern - Hoogenraad Lab, Neuroscience

positionSouth San Francisco
timeInternship
remoteOnsite
seniorityIntern
money$50/hr - $50/hr
workcardStart in 2026 Spring

Roche is a biotechnology company, and they are seeking a 2026 Summer Intern for the Hoogenraad Lab in Neuroscience. This internship will focus on using human iPSC-derived neuronal models to investigate the molecular mechanisms of neurodegeneration, particularly in relation to Parkinson's disease.

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Responsibilities

Design and conduct cell culture experiments to validate potential therapeutic hypotheses using molecular and cell biology approaches
Analyze and interpret experimental data to delineate the mechanisms underlying Parkinson’s Disease biology
Present findings at group meetings and contribute to scientific publications and discussions
Participate in the Genentech Internship Program, which provides an exceptional environment for pursuing fundamental scientific questions and sharing your science with a diverse community

Qualification

Molecular biology techniquesCell culture expertiseBiochemistry knowledgeOmics technologiesCommunicationCollaboration skillsInterpersonal skillsDetail-oriented

Required

Must be pursuing a PhD (enrolled student)
Cell Biology, Neuroscience, Pathobiology, Pharmacology, or a related field
Experience in molecular and cellular biology, in particular Western blotting, qPCR, immunocytochemistry, fluorescent imaging and viability assays with hands-on expertise of sterile technique and cell culturing
Deep passion for understanding the molecular mechanisms relevant to neurodegeneration, particularly mitochondrial pathways
Ability to work independently, troubleshoot and design experiments to address key project questions
Detail-oriented, diligent notebook maintenance and passion for high-quality, translational science

Preferred

Proven track record of success in wet-laboratory experimentation
Proficient in biochemistry or omics technologies
Excellent communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills, with a proactive attitude
Complements our culture and the standards that guide our daily behavior & decisions: Integrity, Courage, and Passion

Benefits

Paid holiday time off benefits

Company

Roche

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Roche is a pharmaceutical and diagnostics company that offers medicines and diagnostic tests for various medical conditions and diseases.
dateFounded in 1896
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Basel, Basel-Stadt, CHE
people-size10001+ employees
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http://www.roche.com

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Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$7.79B
Key Investors
SoftBankSCALE AINovartis
2021-08-04Post Ipo Equity· $5B
2020-12-07IPO
2020-05-06Post Ipo Equity· $0.5M

Leadership Team

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Alan Hippe
Member of the Executive Board - Group CFO
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Christine Bakan
Global Head and VP of Software and Bioinformatics, Next Generation Sequencing
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